Ch. 19 Speed, Agility, And Quickness Training Concepts Flashcards

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Speed

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The ability to move the body in one intended direction as fast as possible

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Agility

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The ability to start (or accelerate), stop (or decelerate and stabilize), and change direction in response to a signal or stimulus quickly while maintaining postural control.

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Quickness

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The ability to react and change body position with maximal rate of force production, in all planes of motion and from all body positions, during dynamic activities.

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Stride rate

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The number of strides taken in a given amount of time (or distance).

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Stride length

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The distance covered with each stride during the gait cycle.

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Frontside mechanics

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Proper alignment of the lead leg and pelvis during sprinting, which includes ankle dorsiflexion, knee flexion, hip flexion, and a neutral pelvis.

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Backside mechanics

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Proper alignment of the rear leg and pelvis during sprinting, which includes ankle plantarflexion, knee extension, hip extension, and a neutral pelvis.

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Proprioception

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The body’s ability to naturally sense its general orientation and relative position of its parts.

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What term is used to describe ankle plantar flexion, knee extension, and hip extension of the rear leg while sprinting?

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Triple extension

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